Water Tower Painting Notice
Starting on Monday, March 9, 2026, work will begin to repaint the Oak Island Water Tower located at 406 Trott Street.
This work is part of the regular maintenance schedule for the Tower, and although no full street closures are expected, some intermittent street closures and traffic interruptions are possible in the immediate area.
This project, and all associated closures are anticipated to last approximately four (4) weeks.
During this time, all non-essential travel through the area should be avoided, even if no closures are in place. To help ensure the safety of both residents and contractors working onsite, drivers and pedestrians, especially those walking pets through the area, should use caution and remain aware of the surrounding work environment.
To view and share this notice, just visit the OKInformation page at OakIslandNC.gov/NEWS or click the link below
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NEW Crosswalk Completed
This past Thursday, March 5, the Commercial Area Sidewalk Improvement Project: Phase I officially came to an end with the successful inspection and opening of the NEW NCDOT approved Pedestrian Crosswalk across E Oak Island Dr. at NE 51st St.
This new lighted crosswalk joins the more than 1,700 linear feet of NEW sidewalk added added in Phase I to the north side of E Oak Island Drive between NE 46th St. and NE 56th St.
Looking ahead, the Town anticipates to finalize the details for Phase II in late June of this year, which will further extend the sidewalk from NE 56th St. to NE 59th St., and add an additional crosswalk at 58th St. A later Phase III is also in the works, which will add a new traffic signal with crosswalk at 79th St.
To learn more about the Commercial Area Sidewalk Improvement Project as a whole, or any of the other improvement projects underway, visit the Town Projects page at OakIslandNC.gov/PROJECTS or click the link below.
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First CoastWise Speakers Series Announced
If you've been following regularly, you know the Coastwise Kickoff Event is scheduled for this Saturday, March 14. at 11:00 AM in the Nature Center.
In addition to the Kickoff Event, the Town is also excited to announce Dr. Mouhcine Guettabi as the first Guest Presenter in the CoastWise Speakers Series, scheduled for Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the Town Council Chambers, located on the second floor of Town Hall at 4601 E Oak Island Drive.
Dr. Guettabi is the Ronald & Cynthia McNeill Distinguished Professor in Business, Associate Professor of Economics, and Regional Economist at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. He monitors the area’s economic indicators and produces economic impact analyses and forecasts.
The April 9 presentation from Dr. Guettabi will focus on Economic Perspectives, and is the first in the Coastwise Speakers Series, which is anticipated to be expanded into multiple, regularly scheduled events throughout the partnership’s three-year span.
To learn more about the CoastWise Initiative, the Speakers Series, or the Town's partnership with UNCW, visit the dedicated page at OakIslandNC.gov/COASTWISE or click the link below.
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Spring Cleaning Reminders
The sun comes out, the weather warms up, and the windows open ... all welcome signs of Spring! However, with the added light of longer days comes the added waste that results from Spring Cleaning! In keeping with seasonal tradition, the Public Works Department offers some helpful reminders on how to best dispose of your more "unconventional" items.
The most important reminder being the Town DOES NOT offer curbside removal of bulk, "brown & white" goods such as furniture or appliances. While the local wildlife may appreciate a fancy curbside couch or mattress to live in, we can assure you your neighbors won't! The good news however, is that residents can dispose of these items and more for FREE at the Town's Disposal Convenience Site, located at 4110 Airport Road.
As for Yard Waste removal, including grass clippings, leaves, or brush and limbs not greater than six (6) inches in diameter, these items are NOT accepted at the Disposal Convenience Site, but ARE collected through regularly scheduled curbside service.
To view the collection schedules and guidelines for Yard Waste or Garbage & Recycling collection, just visit the Garbage & Recycling Information page at OakIslandNC.gov/GARBAGE or click the link below.
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Final Notice: Funding Applications Due This Week
As a Final reminder, the deadline for Outside Agency Funding Applications for area non-profit groups working to benefit Oak Island residents is THIS Friday, March 13, 2026.
It is a top priority for the Town of Oak Island is to ensure that all tax dollars are used in the best possible manner for the benefit of our citizens. To help achieve this, recent updates have been made to the qualifications and requirements for specific programs to receive provided funds. These updates have replaced the previous funding methods for general nonprofit services and operations.
The purpose of this policy is to promote partnerships between the Town of Oak Island and non-profit agencies for the benefit of Oak Island residents, to equitably and efficiently allocate resources to strengthen agencies, and to provide sound and clear methods for decisions.
The updated Outside Agency Funding Application requires an Agency Mission Statement, Key Accomplishments, Goals, Objectives, and information on the specific program(s) for which the agency is requesting funds, and how it aligns with the Town’s Strategic Plan. To download an application, simply click the link below.
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